MySpace helps find missing children

RAY CITY, GA (WALB) - When an Albany woman and her one-year old son were kidnapped from the Albany bypass last week, Amber Alerts were issued on television, radio, and one place you might not think to look.

The social-networking website MySpace now publicizes Amber Alerts. When a child goes missing, a small text box alert appears on the homepage of every Myspace user within that zip code. You can even download an Amber Alert ticker for your profile that is constantly updated.

Rick Pennock, a firefighter for Ray City, says this is a great asset. "People check their e-mail three to four times per day at work and on their breaks. This gives them the opportunity to get the information out there and pass word of mouth that much quicker."

It is helpful to keep your zip code updated on MySpace so alerts can reach more people who may be able to help.

Children play non-competitive baseball to grow teamwork skills (Source: WALB)

Some children with special needs hit the baseball diamond for their fourth season today! The Challenger League, a Leesburg-based non-profit, gives children with special needs the opportunity to play non-competitive sports with each other.

Some children with special needs hit the baseball diamond for their fourth season today! The Challenger League, a Leesburg-based non-profit, gives children with special needs the opportunity to play non-competitive sports with each other.